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1pcs Large Plush Caterpillar Toy sold via eBay — choking & suffocation risk

UK OPSSHigh riskChokingSuffocationSold on eBayOct 24, 2022
Photo from the official notice: 1pcs Large Plush Caterpillar Toy sold via eBay — choking & suffocation risk
Photo from the official notice: 1pcs Large Plush Caterpillar Toy sold via eBay — choking & suffocation risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a risk of choking as small parts (the plastic nose) can be easily detached when the product is used. A young child may place the small part in their mouth and the parents/carers may not notice in time, with the small part able to block a child’s airways and cause internal damage. The zip provides access to fibrous filling, which could also be swallowed by a child and present a risk of asphyxiation. The product also requires improvements to labelling and documentation. The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

OPSS is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Soft-filled caterpillar, 60cm long. Hard plastic nose and zip giving access to filling. Supplied in clear plastic packaging.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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